Quality standards
How every Girivana product is identified, processed and tested before release.
Protocol
From raw herb to finished jar
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Stage 01
Species authentication
Each lot is identified botanically before it is accepted, so the right species and the right plant part go into the jar.
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Stage 02
Classical processing
Cleaning, shade-drying and, where classical texts call for it, Shodhana purification, without harsh chemical solvents.
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Stage 03
Contaminant screening
Heavy metals by ICP-MS, microbial limits and pesticide residue, tested against pharmacopoeial limits.
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Stage 04
Release check
A product is released only when every test result is within its permitted limit.
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Stage 05
Report review
Every laboratory report is reviewed by our quality team before a product is approved.
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Stage 06
Retention samples
Samples are kept through each product’s shelf life so they can be re-tested if ever needed.
Transparency
What you can check
| Criterion | Girivana | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Botanical name and part used | On the label and product page | Confirms the exact plant and the part used |
| Quantity per capsule | Every ingredient, in mg | Lets you compare strengths between products |
| Independent lab testing | Before every release | Screens for contaminants before release |
| Fillers in single-herb capsules | None | You get only the herb named on the label |
What every product is tested for
- Heavy metals Lead, arsenic, mercury, cadmium
- Microbial limits Plate count, yeast & mould
- Pathogens E. coli and Salmonella
- Pesticide residue Multi-residue screening
Are Girivana products tested by an independent laboratory?
Yes. Every Girivana product is tested by an independent laboratory before release, and only products that meet every limit are released for sale.
What are Girivana herbs tested for?
Testing covers heavy metals (lead, arsenic, mercury and cadmium), microbial limits (total plate count, yeast and mould, E. coli and Salmonella), pesticide residue and, where relevant, a marker compound that helps confirm the herb’s identity and quality.
What does “no fillers” mean?
Our single-herb capsules contain only the powdered herb inside a vegetarian capsule shell. We do not add bulking agents, flow agents, binders or colours.
What is a certificate of analysis (COA)?
A certificate of analysis is a laboratory’s report on a product. It lists each test, the method used, the result and the permitted limit. Contact our team if you would like to see the certificate for a Girivana product.
Why do you show the botanical name?
Common names vary from region to region, and different plants can share a name. The botanical (Latin) name identifies exactly which plant is in the jar.